1. In a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the pears and sprinkle with brown sugar and flour. Cook, turning often, for 4 minutes or until the pears are tender. Add the ginger and mix gently; cool. Spread in the crust.

2. Set the oven at 350 degrees.

3. In an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and beat to mix. Add eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream and beat until blended. Pour the mixture into the crust.

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4. Bake for 40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Set the pan on a wire rack. Cool to room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

GARNISH

1½

tablespoons unsaltedbutter

4

medium pears, peeled, quartered, cored, and cut into small chunks

2

tablespoons light brown sugar

2

teaspoons grated fresh ginger

1. In a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the pears and brown sugar. Cook, turning often, for 4 minutes or until the pears are tender. Add the ginger and mix gently. Taste for seasoning, and add more ginger, if you like.